352 Canada Small Business Grants

352 Small Business Grants for Canada

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofit Entities and Commercial Recording Companies...

Deadline: 04/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit performance organizations, nonprofit and commercial recording companies, libraries, programs, and groups for activities related to the music of 20th Century American composer and musical innovator Elliot Carter. A...

GrantWatch ID#: 186586
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Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits and Businesses to Start or Expand Eligible Recycling Progr...

Deadline: 04/17/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations and businesses to start or expand eligible recycling programs. Funding is intended for residential curbside recycling programs, convenience site or drop-off recycling programs, and operations of rec...

GrantWatch ID#: 180261
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Grant to a USA, Canada, or International IHE, Agency, or For-Profit Organization for Research ...

Deadline: 04/20/26

Grant to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit academic institution, government agency, or for-profit organization for research studies related to the treatment of cutaneous sarcoidosis. The purpose of funding is to evaluate the effectiveness of mTOR inhibitor...

GrantWatch ID#: 227468
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Grants to Alberta Businesses in Eligible Locations for Community Improvement Projects

Deadline: 04/20/26

Grants to Alberta businesses in eligible locations for community improvement projects. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives, including programs, recreational facilities, community beautification, and placemaking. Businesses must be located in the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 227801
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Grants to Yukon Musicians to Expand the Province's Music Industry

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $30,000 to Yukon musicians to expand the province's music industry. Funding is intended to help both novices and established musicians build enduring careers in the music industry. Yukon resident musicians can apply as i...

GrantWatch ID#: 203951
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Grants to Ontario Film Production Companies to Create and Produce Movies and Digital Series

Deadline: 04/21/26

Grants to Ontario film production companies to create and produce movies and digital series. Funding is intended for activities at all stages of development, including story optioning, final draft treatment, polish and package, and the production phase. Eligible e...

GrantWatch ID#: 218898
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artistic Organizations, First Nations, Theaters, and ...

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International artistic groups and organizations, First Nations, theaters, and publishers to translate Canadian dramatic and literary works. Funding is intended for activities that support the translation of theater and literary works to ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177884
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Grants to Canada Arts Organizations, First Nations, and Presenting Organizations to Foster Pub...

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants to Canada arts organizations, groups, First Nations groups, and presenting organizations for projects that foster public enjoyment and appreciation of the arts. Grants fund a wide range of live events, publications, and other initiatives that build connecti...

GrantWatch ID#: 177919
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Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits, For-Profits, and Agencies to Curb the Use of Factory Farms

Deadline: 04/22/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, businesses, and agencies for programs to curb the use of factory farms. Funding will support state, regional, and local efforts that address the harms of industrial animal agriculture. The funder s...

GrantWatch ID#: 203993
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Grants to Ontario Nonprofits and Businesses to Serve French-Speaking Communities

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations and businesses to promote culture, community, and economic development. Applicants must contact program staff and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the cultu...

GrantWatch ID#: 183696
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Grants to Ontario Record Labels, Music Publishers, and Music Management Companies for Business...

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants to Ontario record labels, music publishers, and music management companies for business development. The purpose of funding is to increase the number of featured artists and available jobs, to expand industry diversity, strengthen professional production an...

GrantWatch ID#: 184159
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Grants to Canada Women-Owned Businesses for Efforts to Expand Their Companies

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants and in-kind support to Canada women-owned businesses for efforts to expand their companies. Funding is intended to provide supplemental financial support to women-owned businesses. Applicants will be asked to describe their expansion plans, how they will ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 197461
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Grants for Parkinson's Disease Research Projects to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits,...

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and for-profit organizations for research projects related to Parkinson's disease. Funding is intended for pre-clinical and clinical programs that impede or prevent the pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 206024
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Grants to Ontario Commercial Property Owners for Capital Improvements to Property Façades

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants to Ontario commercial property owners in eligible regions for capital improvements to property façades. Some applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Eligible uses of funds include exterior painting, lighting, awnings, and b...

GrantWatch ID#: 220037
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Grants to Ontario Commercial Property Owners to Upgrade Storefront Signage

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants to Ontario commercial property owners in eligible regions to upgrade storefront signage. Some applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is available to create new signs or refurbish existing ones. Eligible types of signage includ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220038
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Grants to Ontario Tenants and Owners of Agricultural Property for Business Expansion

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants to Ontario tenants and owners of agricultural property in eligible regions for business expansion initiatives. Applicants must consult with the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for infrastructure improvements in the are...

GrantWatch ID#: 220039
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Grants to Ontario Property Owners to Revitalize Unused Properties

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants of up to $7,000 to Ontario property owners in eligible regions to revitalize unused properties. Applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for institutional, industrial, agricultural, and commercial property...

GrantWatch ID#: 220040
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Grants to Ontario Commercial Property Owners and Merchants to Improve Facility Accessibility

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants to Ontario commercial property owners and merchants in eligible regions to improve accessibility for their facilities. Some applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to applying. Eligible uses of funds include ramps, guardrails, handrails,...

GrantWatch ID#: 220041
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Grants to Ontario Commercial Property Owners to Increase the Number of Residential Units

Deadline: 04/23/26

Grants to Ontario commercial property owners to increase the number of residential units in eligible regions. Applicants are required to contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to repurpose unused buildings or renovate existing units to add re...

GrantWatch ID#: 228310

In-Kind Software Donations to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits to Add...

Deadline: 04/24/26

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations to address cyber-security issues. Grantees will receive software and resources. Eligible projects are related to software development and should improve the organizations op...

GrantWatch ID#: 207247

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in an Accelerator to Sc...

Deadline: 04/26/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program to scale their prototypes and bring them to market. Funding, mentorship, and other support will be provided to selected companies for innovative engineering and/or tec...

GrantWatch ID#: 212946

Grants to Ontario Content Production Companies for Activities to Promote Company Growth and Bu...

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario digital content production companies for activities to promote company growth and business development. First-time applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for a broad range of networking ...

GrantWatch ID#: 189199

Opportunity for Ontario Youth to Participate in a Business Development Program

Deadline: 04/27/26

Opportunity for Ontario individuals in eligible locations to participate in an entrepreneurial program. The program provides start-up funding of up to $3,000 and offers hands-on training and mentoring to launch and run a company over the summer. Eligible applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 213956
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Grants to Northwest Territories Individuals and Companies to Increase Capacity in the Mining I...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Northwest Territories individuals and companies to increase the viability and capacity of the mining industry. Funding is intended to support studies related to new mineable deposit sites and the continuation of ongoing investigations. The mining incenti...

GrantWatch ID#: 180594

Grants to Ontario Nonprofits, Artists, Groups, Collectives, Publishers, and Schools in Eligibl...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario nonprofit organizations, artists, publishers, groups, collectives, and Indigenous and First Nation Schools in eligible locations for arts activities. Funding is intended to support the creation, product...

GrantWatch ID#: 180883

Grants to Canada Organizations and Professional Associations to Benefit the National Book Indu...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Canada organizations and professional associations to benefit the book industry throughout the country. Funding is intended to support projects designed to benefit the structure and efficiency of the industry. Eligible project areas include professional ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181038

Grants to Ontario Production Companies for Television and Film Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Ontario production companies to produce local movies and television shows in eligible locations. Eligible projects include made-for-television movies and television series, documentaries, and theatrical feature films. The purpose of this program is to in...

GrantWatch ID#: 183504

Grants to Ontario Music Promoters, Presenters, and Agents to Promote Entrepreneurship and Deve...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Ontario music promoters, presenters, and booking agents to stimulate entrepreneurship and develop the local music industry. Funding is intended to support music-based businesses and artist entrepreneurs so that they can increase access, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 184158

Grants to USA Territories, Israel, and International Women Entrepreneurs for Business and Orga...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $500 to USA Territories, Israel, and International women entrepreneurs to enhance business or organizational development. Funding is intended to support the improvement, expansion, and strengthening of organizations and businesses that impact famil...

GrantWatch ID#: 186824

Grants to Ontario Businesses for Technology and Manufacturing Projects in the Automotive Indus...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Ontario businesses for projects related to technology adoption and manufacturing efficiency in the automotive industry. Funding is intended to help businesses deliver quality goods to customers in the most cost-effective and timely manner and to reduce w...

GrantWatch ID#: 191860

Grants to Nunavut Community Organizations and Exploration Companies to Involve Local Residents...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Nunavut community organizations and exploration companies for activities that involve local residents in mineral exploration projects. Funding is intended to support expenses for projects that are in the permitting and development stages, prior to the fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 192800

Conditional Grants and Loans to Ontario Businesses to Expand Operations

Deadline: 04/30/26

Conditional grants and loans to Ontario businesses in eligible locations to expand operations. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to used or new equipment, capital construction, leasehold improvements, information and communications technology (ICT) inv...

GrantWatch ID#: 197539

Grants to Alberta Businesses for Repairs and Enhancements to Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Alberta businesses in eligible locations for extensive repairs and enhancements to commercial buildings. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to assist businesses in beautifying exteriors and attracting consumers. Bu...

GrantWatch ID#: 207730

Opportunity for Ontario Individuals in Eligible Regions to Participate in a Business Developme...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Opportunity for Ontario individuals in eligible regions to participate in a business development program for young people. The purpose of the program is to help young student entrepreneurs establish new summer businesses. Participants receive grant funding, hands-...

GrantWatch ID#: 215795

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations, Businesses, Agencies, and Individuals ...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 USA, Canada, and International organizations, businesses, agencies, and individuals for environmental conservation projects. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of stewardship, conservation, and education. Projects may be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 217574

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Charities, Municipalities, and Businesses to Safeguard the Menta...

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Alberta nonprofit organizations, registered charities, municipalities, and businesses for activities to safeguard the mental and physical health of residents. Eligible applicants serve residents in vulnerable demographics, including children, seniors, re...

GrantWatch ID#: 223599

Awards to Canada Authors, Translators, and Illustrators for Outstanding Works of Literature

Deadline: 05/01/26

Awards to Canada authors, translators, and illustrators, and grants to Canada publishers for outstanding works of literature in a variety of genres. First-time applicants must confirm eligibility before applying. The purpose of this program is to recognize exempla...

GrantWatch ID#: 170025

Grants to Manitoba Artists and Arts and Cultural Professionals for Career Development Opportun...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Manitoba individual professional artists and arts and cultural practitioners for career development opportunities. Applicants must be pre-approved prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for a range of professional develop...

GrantWatch ID#: 176175

Grants to Alberta Nonprofits, Community Leagues, and Businesses for Community Improvement Proj...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Alberta nonprofit organizations, community leagues, and businesses for community improvement projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for the design and installation of outdoor wall art in highly visible locations. The goal of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 177709

Grants to Ontario Book Publishers for Business Development Activities

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario book publishers for activities that contribute to company growth. First-time applicants and new companies must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support activities that improve the company's bus...

GrantWatch ID#: 188933

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Organizations to Promote the Economic Development of ...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Newfoundland and Labrador arts organizations for activities that promote the economic development of cultural resources. Funding is intended to increase market access to cultural products and support the growth of the cultural tourism industry. The goal ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201695

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits and Canada Agencies to Com...

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and Canada municipalities, territories, and provinces for community engagement activities that commemorate the Royal Canadian Legion's 100th anniversary. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 227781

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Early-Stage Businesses to Attend a Training Pro...

Deadline: 05/04/26 Conference Date: 04/21/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International early-stage businesses to attend a training program in business development and receive a monetary investment and in-kind support. Most awardees will be software or software-related companies. Participants will join a...

GrantWatch ID#: 225334

Grants to Ontario Television and Film Companies to Develop International Markets

Deadline: 05/05/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Ontario media companies for projects and activities that help to develop business across the globe. Funding is primarily intended to promote market event attendance and specialized sales trips to foster corporate advancement and yield ta...

GrantWatch ID#: 188439

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits, For-Profits, Agencies, Tribes, and Educat...

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government agencies, Tribes, and educational institutions for studies that correlate HIV and aging. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to submi...

GrantWatch ID#: 218911

Grants to Manitoba Veterinary Clinics to Hire Students for Summer Work

Deadline: 05/07/26

Grants to Manitoba nonprofit and for-profit veterinary clinics in rural areas to hire veterinary students to work during the summer months. Funding is intended to provide summer employment to veterinary students who have completed their first, second, or third yea...

GrantWatch ID#: 225643

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Advance E-Commerce Sustainability ...

Deadline: 05/07/26 Conference Date: 04/23/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International climate tech startups to participate in a contest to facilitate the environmental sustainability of a global e-commerce and technology company. Funding areas of interest include lower-carbon fuel solutions, waste opti...

GrantWatch ID#: 228079

Contract to a USA, Canada, or International Entity for Driver Licensing Delay Research

Deadline: 05/07/26

Contract for services to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit, for-profit, government agency, or qualifying IHE to conduct research related to driver licensing delays. The selected contractor will determine relevant age-related factors, identify related liter...

GrantWatch ID#: 228548

Contract to a USA, Canada, or International Organization for Aggressive Driving Research

Deadline: 05/07/26

Contract for services to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit, for-profit, government agency, or qualifying IHE to conduct research related to aggressive driving. The selected contractor will explore awareness and attitudes toward various laws related to aggr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228549

Contract to a USA, Canada, or International Entity for Drunk Driving Technology Research

Deadline: 05/07/26

Contract for services to a USA, Canada, or International nonprofit, for-profit, government agency, or qualifying IHE to conduct research related to alcohol-impaired driving prevention technologies. The selected contractor will review related literature; compile ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 228550